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Engadget
2 days ago
- Business
- Engadget
Netgear launches its most affordable Wi-Fi 7 mesh system
Netgear has launched its most affordable Wi‑Fi 7 mesh system yet, the Orbi 370. The headline price is $350 for a router and two satellites, which is extremely competitive. A quick look at the specs, however, reveals several trade‑offs that make the lower cost possible. The company says the Orbi 370 is 'designed for customers with moderately demanding Wi‑Fi needs,' claiming the system's total bandwidth is 5 Gbps. However, since it carries only a 2.5‑gigabit internet port, the maximum speed to a single device is limited to 2.5 Gbps. The Orbi 370 is strictly dual‑band, with only 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios — there's no 320 MHz or 6 GHz band options. This means the Orbi 370 is missing one of Wi-Fi 7's biggest advantages in most setups. Households with a two‑gig connection or less likely won't miss the extra headroom, and a mesh Wi‑Fi system remains one of the best ways to solve dead spots around your home. Netgear's flagship model, the Orbi 970 , offers 27 Gbps total bandwidth, with a 10‑gig internet port and a quad‑band setup. That model comes with a price tag of roughly $2,000 for a router and two satellites and would likely be overkill for most households. If you buy something through a link in this article, we may earn commission.
Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
TELUS launches Wi-Fi 7 with Canada's most reliable internet technology Français
Available now in B.C. and coming soon to Alberta and Quebec, Wi-Fi 7 delivers unmatched reliability, faster speeds and greater capacity with award-winning sustainably designed hardware VANCOUVER, BC, July 29, 2025 /CNW/ - TELUS is bringing next-generation internet connectivity to Canada with the launch of Wi-Fi 7, delivering speeds up to four times faster than Wi-Fi 6. Now available in B.C. and coming soon to Alberta and Quebec, new customers on TELUS PureFibre Gigabit plans and above, and existing customers who upgrade to eligible speed tiers can experience faster Wi-Fi speeds, significantly lower latency, and the ability to seamlessly connect more devices at the same time. TELUS' Wi-Fi 7 hardware's award winning design is made with 65 per cent recycled plastic, blending form and function and helping reduce environmental impact. "The launch of Wi-Fi 7 is a game-changer for connected homes across Canada underscoring our commitment to delivering an unparalleled internet experience," said Zainul Mawji, Executive Vice-president and President, TELUS Consumer Solutions. "By combining cutting-edge, sustainable designed hardware with the unmatched power of our fibre technology, we're enabling Canadians to enjoy faster, more reliable and future-ready internet so they can stay ahead in today's digital world." Improved performance Wi-Fi 7 takes your home internet experience to the next level, delivering speeds up to four times faster than Wi-Fi 6 to keep up with everything your household does online – whether you're streaming movies in 4K, gaming with friends, or running a smart home full of connected devices. With advanced Multi-Link Operation (MLO), your devices can connect across multiple Wi-Fi bands at once, helping reduce lag and keeping your connection smooth, even when everyone's online at the same time. Wi-Fi 7 also ensures faster, more reliable performance in every room, making it the perfect solution for homes and hybrid workspaces. PureFibre advantage TELUS is the only major provider in Western Canada offering 100 per cent fibre optic connection right to your home, delivering symmetrical speeds and uploads up to five times faster than cable network providers. With Wi-Fi 7, customers can unlock the internet's full potential with faster, seamless performance. Award-winning design Winner of both 2025 Red Dot Awards for design and sustainable design, the new Wi-Fi 7 router is built with at least 65 per cent recycled plastic and comes in packaging that is plastic-free and made from 90 per cent recycled cardboard – making TELUS a sustainability leader in designing internet hardware for the circular economy. Designed from the ground up to be long-lasting, the Wi-Fi 7 internet router features a durable matte finish to minimize wear and tear, a modular construction for easy repair, and is part of TELUS' refurbishment program to promote reuse, significantly extending its lifespan. The new hardware will also integrate seamlessly with the TELUS Connect app for easy setup and control, with additional features and integration with the TELUS SmartHome+ app coming later this year. As internet usage in Canadian homes continues to grow with more smart devices being added each year, TELUS is investing in future-ready technologies that keep customers connected. In the future, TELUS plans to bring Wi-Fi 7 to even more communities across Canada. For more information about availability and pricing plans, visit About TELUS TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a world-leading communications technology company operating in more than 45 countries and generating over $20 billion in annual revenue with more than 20 million customer connections through our advanced suite of broadband services for consumers, businesses and the public sector. We are committed to leveraging our technology to enable remarkable human outcomes. TELUS is passionate about putting our customers and communities first, leading the way globally in client service excellence and social capitalism. Our TELUS Health business is enhancing more than 150 million lives across 200 countries and territories through innovative preventive medicine and well-being technologies. Our TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods business utilizes digital technologies and data insights to optimize the connection between producers and consumers. Guided by our enduring 'give where we live' philosophy, TELUS, our team members and retirees have contributed $1.8 billion in cash, in-kind contributions, time and programs including 2.4 million days of service since 2000, earning us the distinction of the world's most giving company. We're always building Canada. For more information, please contact: Martin Nguyen TELUS Public Relations [email protected] SOURCE TELUS Communications Inc.
The Verge
2 days ago
- The Verge
Netgear's new Wi-Fi 7 mesh system is its most affordable yet
Netgear has launched the Orbi 370, the latest and most affordable addition to its Wi-Fi 7 mesh router portfolio. At $349.99 for a three-pack (which includes a router and two satellites), it costs a fraction of the price of Netgear's other Wi-Fi 7 systems, like the high-end Orbi 870 and 970, or the $999.99 Orbi 770 series it released last year. A two-pack containing a router and a single satellite is available for $249.99 for those in smaller households, and additional Orbi 370 satellites can be purchased for $149.99 to expand mesh network coverage. Netgear says the Orbi 370 is compatible with any service provider and supports Wi-Fi speeds of up to 5Gbps. Both the router and satellites include integrated 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports, allowing wired connections to be used with more demanding devices like gaming systems and smart TVs. The Orbi 370 supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, which can be combined using Multi-Link Operation (MLO) to potentially provide faster downloads, less latency, and a more stable connection to Wi-Fi 7 devices. The more affordable entry point is targeting growing households, or those with 'moderately demanding Wi-Fi needs,' according to Netgear, but will also likely appeal to anyone who was looking for an excuse to upgrade from older wireless network standards. You still need Wi-Fi 7-compatible devices — which are fairly uncommon — to actually use Wi-Fi 7 features, but the Orbi 370 is backwards compatible with Wi-Fi 4/5/6/6E. The added stability that the MLO feature can provide to wireless connections may carry over to devices that use older Wi-Fi standards too, providing something that users can benefit from immediately if they're futureproofing with the mesh router system. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All by Jess Weatherbed Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Gadgets Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All News Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Tech
Forbes
2 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Netgear Expands Its Wi-Fi 7 Portfolio With The Launch Of Affordable Orbi 370 Mesh System
Wireless networks have to work hard to keep up with today's families with their high-data usage when ... More streaming movies, playing games or working from home. When I think of Netgear Orbi, I imagine high-speed Wi-Fi mesh systems with Rolls-Royce specifications and a price tag to match. There's no doubt that Netgear has captured the upper end of the consumer wireless mesh market. At the other end of the spectrum is TP-Link with its Deco Series of mesh networking systems which is growing all the time. Now Netgear is bringing some competition to the consumer end of the market with the launch of its new and affordable Netgear Orbi 370 Series. Taking TP-Link head-on, the networking giant has produced a budget Orbi system that brings high-performance Wi-Fi 7 Mesh networking to the consumer market for ultra-fast internet and whole-home Wi-Fi coverage, as well as advanced security and privacy features at a sensible price. Netgear says that almost 50% of wireless mesh systems sold are now Wi-Fi 7. The adoption of the latest and fastest generation of Wi-Fi is accelerating fast as more people update their laptops and smartphones. It's why Netgear has expanded its Orbi portfolio by releasing the Orbi 370 Series, which puts the new technology within reach of more consumers, enabling them to experience the speed and efficiency of Wi-Fi 7, which is now supported by the latest wireless devices. Next-Generation Wi-Fi 7 Mesh The Orbi 370 Series offers next-generation Wi-Fi 7 performance that can unlock the full potential of new wireless devices without making the user pay over the odds. The Orbi 370 is designed for moderately demanding Wi-Fi needs and provides speeds up to 5Gbps which is fast enough to future proof many wireless networks. The Orbi system can be extended as households growing or their needs change. Users can quickly and easily add an extra Orbi satellite to expand coverage when moving to a larger home. With the average wireless home network serving around 20 devices at once, there can be a lot of strain on the Wi-Fi system. The Orbi 370 Series can help by providing smooth video calls, buffer-free movie streaming, responsive and immersive gaming, alongside reliable smart home automation with the Internet of Things. The new Orbi 370 Series Mesh System from Netgear has smaller units measuring less than eight-inches ... More tall. Netgear Orbi 370 Series Mesh System Netgear's Orbi mesh systems have advanced and powerful features that can do much of the heavy lifting on a network, enabling families to work from home, study after school or watch movies. Thanks to Wi-Fi 7 technology, Multi-Link Operation and bandwidths of 240MHz in the U.S., the Orbi 370 Series can combine the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands to boost wireless speeds, reduce latency and increase performance. The Orbi 370's main router has a 2.5Gbps internet or WAN port that can make the most of today's fiber-optic internet service plans. The Orbi 370 also has integrated 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports on the router and satellite units for more flexible wired or wireless connections when using demanding devices such as smart TVs, gaming consoles or PCs. This latest and most affordable Orbi series also has a sleek and minimalist design that's smaller than the more expensive Orbi units. 'With the Orbi 370 Series, we're making next-generation Wi-Fi more accessible than ever for today's connected families,' said Jonathan Oakes, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Netgear's Home Networking Division. 'We designed this system in response to the growing demand for reliable and trusted Wi-Fi connectivity. Orbi is an unbeatable combination of speed, coverage, and value, without compromising quality or security, all backed by Netgear's trusted expertise in mesh networking. To Serve And Protect A router is the digital front door of a home and that makes it vulnerable to hackers and bad actors. To address this risk, Netgear has taken the step of beefing up its routers to make them stronger and the first line of defense against evolving cyber threats. The new Netgear Orbi 970 router os the flagship Orbi system and has 10 and 2,5Gbps WAN ports plus ... More four 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports. Orbi systems are equipped with firewall protection and advanced security technologies that proactively defend against vulnerabilities and provide live security patches to boost protection against new and rising threats. Additionally, Orbi systems come with built-in security features such as automatic firmware updates, VPN support, the latest WPA3 security, access control and guest Wi-Fi network options. These security features are included out of the box with Orbi systems and there are no monthly fees required for fundamental protection. For those who want even more protection, the Orbi systems also come with a 30-day trial for Netgear Armor Powered by Bitdefender. This technology provides advanced threat protection across connected devices in the home and adds privacy with VPN when connecting at home or on the road. Put Your Armor On Unlike traditional antivirus products for computers, Armor is a security solution that runs at the router level for added protection of all the devices on the home network, whether they be computers, security cameras, baby monitors or other IoT devices. This eliminates the need to buy individual anti-virus protection for every device using the network. Another optional feature with Orbi is Netgear's Smart Parental Controls, which can help manage children's screentime, provide online safety and promote good online habits for the whole family. Basic Smart Parental Controls are available free of charge, but a subscription fee applies for the premium plan after a 30-day trial. Netgear says it is committed to protecting the privacy of customers and promises never to monitor information about the websites the user visits or to monetize any of their network data. Netgear claims it wants individuals and families using its systems to be confident that their online activity is safeguarded with strong privacy and security measures. The Netgear Orbi 370 RBE373 three-pack consisting of router and two satellite units goes on sale for ... More a competitive $349.99. Support For Multi-Gig Internet As well as offering the higher speed and lower latency of Wi-Fi 7 technology, the new Orbi 370 Series is backward compatible with Wi-Fi 4/5/6/6E. The system also supports Multi-link Operation, which combines two Wi-Fi bands at once for a faster data backhaul by sharing the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless bands. It also has a fronthaul that uses the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands to improve network reliability, reduce latency and provide reliable speeds. Because internet connections are getting faster, the Orbi 370 supports multi-gig speeds with a 2.5-Gigabit Internet port. The 2.5 Gig internet port can be used with multi-gig cable and fiber plans and is compatible with all internet service providers. Both the router and the satellite units of the Orbi 370 have multi-gig wired Ethernet ports for plugging in wired devices like a printer or network-attached storage. Alternatively, users can set up a multi-gig wired connection between the router and the satellites to create a high-speed wired backhaul. An Orbi mesh system can be set up and controlled using the Orbi App. This lets users manage their network from anywhere in the world. The app lets them pause the internet, run internet speed tests, track Internet data usage or set up a separate guest network and more. The NETGEAR Orbi 370 Series is available today in the U.S. from Amazon and Best Buy. The price for the RBE373 three-pack of a router and two satellite units is $349.99. The two-pack router and satellite kit (RBE372) costs $249.99. Individual add-on satellites cost $149.99 each. The Netgear Orbi 370 Series will launch in the U.K. and E.U. later this year with a slightly different specification and a reduced top wireless speed of 3.6Gbps. This is due to a frequency restriction for military use. The three-pack kit will be priced at €349.99 / £299.99, the two-pack kit at €249.99 / £209.,99 while add-on satellites will sell for €119.99 / £99.99 each. The Orbi Wireless Mesh Family comparison table of specifications.
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Tom's Guide Awards 2025: Our favorite laptops, monitors, tablets and more
No matter if you need a powerful laptop for creative work, a lightweight 2-in-1 for on-the-go productivity, or a gaming laptop with crisp graphics and high frame rates, the world of computing has never looked brighter. From AI-powered laptops with extra processing power and dual-mode monitors that support multiple resolutions, to blazing fast Wi-Fi 7 routers for lightning-fast downloads and security software designed to help keep you safe online, you have loads of different options for your next upgrade. We've tried the best computing and home office gear you can get. Our team of experts has tested and reviewed all of the latest laptops, tablets, monitors, accessories and networking gear for the Tom's Guide Awards 2025. Below, we highlight our favorite computers, displays and essential gear from the last 12 months which have made doing our own jobs a bit easier. The latest 13-inch MacBook Air M4 is the best MacBook for most people. Though it retains the same design as its two immediate predecessors, this thin and lightweight laptop delivers astonishing performance and long-lasting battery life. The fact that it starts at $999, which is $100 cheaper than before, makes the MacBook Air M4 a no-brainer choice. As before, the 13-inch MacBook Air 13-inch M4 features a 13.6-inch Retina display that's ideal for everyday work, watching videos and playing games. The M4 chip inside has more than enough power to handle whatever you throw at it. Apple's silicon also allows the laptop to last for nearly 15 hours on a single charge. On top of that, you get a responsive keyboard and MagSafe charging in an elegant ultraportable design. Thanks to everything it offers, the MacBook Air M4 is still the MacBook to beat and easily earns its award for best laptop of 2025. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is an excellent Windows ultraportable with AI features that are actually useful in day-to-day work. The model we reviewed came with a high-end Intel Core Ultra 9 285H CPU inside, and while its NPU (Neural Processing Unit) can't match the power of Apple silicon or Qualcomm's Snapdragon X chips it's more than capable of helping out with AI tasks. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. That frees up the CPU and Intel Arc GPU for other tasks and helps you cut down on battery usage, especially if you enable the AI Engine feature that automatically adjusts the laptop's settings to help you achieve peak battery life. Additional AI features like noise cancellation, Windows Studio Effects and the AI Lan Manager (which automatically analyzes your network traffic and tries to reduce latency) integrate seamlessly into your work day without distracting you, giving us the first real taste of how an AI laptop should work. Plus, it's just a nice laptop. The 16-inch 1600p display gives you plenty of screen real estate, and the spacious full keyboard is comfy to type on. It's also surprisingly light and easy to carry (for a 16-inch laptop) at just 3.5 pounds and 0.7 inches thin. The Wi-Fi 7 support and useful port array are nice to have, as is the 15+ hours of (tested) battery life we recorded in our testing lab. So while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo might not put AI features front and center, the subtle integration of them into this already excellent laptop make it the best AI laptop we've tested all year. The ZSA Moonlander looks a little odd at first, but once you get to grips with how it works you'll appreciate what a smartly designed keyboard this is—especially if you like to tinker and fine-tune your desk setup. We think it's the best keyboard we've reviewed all year because of its one-two punch of great ergonomic design and robust customization software. The Moonlander is modular and customizable, so you can push one side away and use only the left half when PC gaming or use the built-in legs to tent each half off the desk so it feels comfortable under your hands. The mechanical switches are easy to swap out, too thanks to the fact that ZSA includes a keypuller (as well as a carrying case) with every keyboard. The Moonlander also has a pair of unique 'Meh' and 'Hyper' keys that trigger complicated key combos when pressed (pressing Meh defaults to Ctrl + Shift + Alt, for example, while pressing Hyper triggers Ctrl + Shift + Alt + Windows/Command), so you can use them to easily build your own unique keyboard shortcuts using ZSA's Keymapp software. This software is the best we've ever seen for a keyboard, as it allows you to not only rebind any key on the keyboard but also create custom layers of commands for each key that can be further customized based on whichever app you happen to be using. You can even use the software to see heat maps of which keys you use most and run through typing drills to test your new configuration, making this a keyboard you can easily fine-tune to your exact needs. Oh, and did we mention there's a modding community? For all of these reasons and more, the ZSA Moonlander is the best keyboard we've tested this year. The Alienware Area-51 lives up to its name thanks to its otherworldly design. It demands a steep asking price, but it's worth every penny thanks to the incredible gaming performance it delivers. If you're looking for a beast of a gaming laptop, this is the one. This gaming laptop's Liquid Teal anodized aluminum chassis gives it a distinctive iridescent sheen that shifts colors when viewed under different lighting conditions. The RGB lighting on the back mimics the motion of the aurora borealis, which adds to the alien-like flair. The clear Gorilla Glass window on the bottom lets you see inside the laptop, which is also fancy. Inside, the Alienware Area-51 packs a fast Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and up to a powerful RTX 5090 GPU. Toss in up to 64GB of RAM, and you have a powerful gaming rig that can deftly handle the most graphically demanding games, especially with DLSS 4 enabled. And of course, said games look astonishing on the laptop's 16-inch 240Hz display. PC gaming has been dominated for decades by one thing — dedicated GPUs. They have been the driving force behind gaming laptops for ages now, but something fascinating is starting to happen. Bit by bit, integrated graphics are no longer becoming a dirty word, but rather a great way to play games while being more power efficient. And the Asus ROG Flow Z13 is the pinnacle of this in 2025, and easily the best 2-in-1 of the year. With AMD Ryzen AI Max inside, you're getting up to the same performance as a whole RTX 4070 without the additional power drain of a dedicated GPU. Throw in a gorgeous display, slimline construction, an impressive battery life and the best keyboard I've ever used on a 2-in-1, and you're onto a winner for gaming on-the-go. While the LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B is a gaming monitor, we actually think it's one of the best monitors for productivity. That's because of its 45-inch ultrawide 21:9 curved display that allows you to easily have multiple windows open across the screen. If you want to boost your productivity, this giant monitor will help you. For gaming, this monitor's main draw is that it has two display modes: 5K resolution at 165Hz and 2K resolution at 330Hz. The former is ideal for cinematic games, while the latter is made for competitive games. The OLED panel also delivers fantastic contrast and vivid colors. Though big and expensive, this is one of the best monitors for productivity. If you want the absolute best of the best in AR glasses, the clear option is Xreal One Pro. The price may be a little steep compared to its competition (and the Xreal One), but the technology here is a generational leap forward. AR glasses experts like me have been looking for two key things to happen — make the display bigger with a wider field of view, and make said display tech smaller. Up until this point, we've dealt with what are called 'bird baths' in the industry: the giant glass prisms you see behind the lenses of specs that project the image into your eyes. Xreal has managed to drastically reduce the size of these with their own flat prism tech, which makes this pair of glasses a lot more inconspicuous on the face. And on top of that, the company has packed a giant 1080p display with great color reproduction and a 57-degree field of view. But the real magic here is that X1 chip built into the glasses. For all of the fancy spatial computing tricks so far like creating multiple monitors through your specs of 3DoF tracking, you normally have to rely on software to do it. That brings compatibility issues and potential latency between software and glasses. On Xreal One Pro, however, you've got all of this done through silicon via this one-of-a-kind chip — which can project an ultrawide display perfectly tracked to the back of an airplane seat wherever you want. The Insta360 Link 2C is the only webcam we've ever awarded a 5-star rating too, and that's thanks to its ability to capture sharp and detailed stills, next-gen AI subject tracking and autofocus. It's one of the most premium snappers on the market, utilizing a combination of plastic and metal to deliver a sturdy webcam. What we love most about the Link 2C is just how many details it captures with its 1/2-inch sensor. We could see fine details in our faces when we tested it, and really appreciated its ability to record and transmit 4K/30fps and 1080P/60fps video. It's also equipped with AI features such as hand tracking and gestures, as well as product prioritization which puts the object closest to the lens in focus. There really isn't a better professional webcam out there — at least not one that makes you look like you're dressed to the nines at such a low price tag. It's hard to improve on excellence, but the iPad Air M3 manages to do it anyway. It's not a revolutionary jump over its predecessor, the iPad Air M2, but with the might of Apple's M3 chip onboard, not only does it deliver helpful Apple Intelligence features, but also a way to breeze through demanding apps and even play AAA titles at a steady frame rate. All in that minimalist, lightweight design with an incredibly vivid display? That's a tablet that deserves praise. Apple has found something magical in putting full-blown MacBook chips into its tablets, and the latest iPad Air never fails to impress in terms of bringing speedy performance to a tablet. With an updated Magic Keyboard (albeit pricey) boasting a 14-key function row and larger touchpad, this tablet can easily be a laptop alternative, and that already says a lot. Throw in its usual sharp 11-inch (2360 x 1640) Liquid Retina display, good near 10-hour battery life and thin, portable design, and the iPad Air M3 shows why Apple's tablets still wear the crown. Upgrading to a Wi-Fi 7-powered router used to cost a fortune but that's no longer the case as the latest wireless standard is inching closer to becoming mainstream. While still on the expensive side, the $500 Netgear Nighthawk RS600 gives you blazing fast speeds and all of Wi-Fi 7's best features at a much lower price than the company's RS700 router from a few years ago. The Nighthawk RS600 is a tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router that comes in a much smaller package than the top-of-the-line RS700. Thanks to its 10 gigabit per second (Gbps) input port, this router is ideal for multi-gig internet plans and in our testing, it reached speeds of 1.4 Gbps at close range. However, it was at middle distances where other routers often fall short that the RS600 really excelled. If you're after a high-performance Wi-Fi 7 router that isn't priced like one, Netgear's Nighthawk RS600 delivers and then some. The main thing that sets Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7-powered routers apart from previous Wi-Fi generations is support for the faster 6 GHz band. Well, with the ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro, Asus doubled down on this to achieve some of the fastest speeds we've seen yet from a mesh Wi-Fi system. During our testing, it reached a max speed of 2.6 Gbps, making it one of if not the fastest router we've tested yet. The reason for this is that the ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro is a quad-band mesh router with dual 6 GHz bands. Besides its blazing fast speeds, we also really appreciate how Asus includes its built-in AiProtection security software for free while other companies require a monthly subscription for similar solutions. Likewise, thanks to the USB port on the back of the ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro, you can also connect your phone and use its mobile hotspot to keep your home network running during an internet outage. This mesh Wi-Fi system also features not one but two 10 Gbps Ethernet ports so you can take full advantage of even the fastest internet speeds. If you want a mesh Wi-Fi system that's as fast as it is capable, the Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro is easy to recommend. Norton 360 Deluxe has a lot to offer those in need of a security suite – and we mean a lot. In addition to excellent real-time malware protection against everything from botnets and brute force attacks it adds a long list of additional features that protect you and your devices while you're online. Apps can be started in sandbox mode, your webcam access can be blocked, and Safe Search can show you a warning if you navigate over to any websites that might be shady. There's a rescue disk that will give you an ISO (digital copy) to protect your data in case of a ransomware attack, and you still get dark web scanning, a software check that scans for outdated programs, cloud backup, parental controls, a password manager, a VPN and a firewall. That's an awful lot all under a single subscription, and Norton's fee will cover five devices annually. During testing, we appreciated the multiple scan options which were all speedy and didn't make a dent in overall performance, as well as a familiar and easy to navigate interface that made it easy to find functions and advanced features alike. In independent testing, Norton performed well in blocking general and targeted virus attacks, but did produce a high rate of false positives. We recommend Norton as our best features pick for obvious reasons, but it's also a good choice for anyone who has multiple devices to cover and doesn't want to pay extra for features to stay safe online. NordVPN is practically a household name at this point – and for good reason. In our reivew, it sailed through our privacy checks with flying colors, and multiple independent audits back up its solid no-logs policy. NordVPN is also seriously powerful when it comes to unblocking regional libraries on sites like Netflix and Disney Plus – earning it a spot on our guide to the best VPNs for streaming. With apps for almost every platform imaginable, it's a great choice whether you're an occasional VPN user looking to unblock streaming content and improve your online privacy, or a journalist working in a dangerous, restrictive country. Additional features like Meshnet and Threat Protection Pro – the latter independently rated as the best VPN-bundled malware protection by AV-TEST – add to NordVPN's impressive package of privacy tech. Overall, no VPN can match NordVPN completeness as a privacy suite, and excellent pricing is the icing on the cake. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
